Maintenance Manager - County Antrim ?? County Antrim | ?? £55,000 - £60,000 | ? Full-time, Permanent A leading manufacturer in County Antrim is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to take ownership of plant reliability, efficiency, and equipment performance. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will develop and lead a high-performing maintenance team, drive a proactive maintenance culture, and work closely with operations to improve overall equipment effectiveness. The Role: As Maintenance Manager, you will: ? Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, fostering a safety-first, proactive maintenance culture. ? Develop and implement structured preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and reduce reactive breakdowns. ? Utilise lean maintenance principles to drive improvements in plant reliability, safety, and efficiency. ? Work closely with the Operations Team to ensure maintenance aligns with production requirements. ? Lead structured problem-solving initiatives (5-Whys, FMEA, Kaizen) to address recurring issues and improve performance. ? Manage spare parts inventory to optimise costs while ensuring reliability. ? Track and report on key maintenance KPIs to identify trends and drive continuous improvement. ? Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, including risk assessments, audits, and training. What We're Looking For: ? Minimum 10 years' experience in a maintenance role, with at least 3 years in a leadership position. ? Strong background in manufacturing maintenance with experience in both preventative and reactive maintenance strategies. ? Proven ability to lead and develop teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. ? Excellent problem-solving skills, with experience using data-driven approaches to enhance performance. ? Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and implement process improvements. ? Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work across teams and influence change. ? A third-level qualification in a related discipline (engineering, maintenance, or technical field). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation and take on a key leadership role within the maintenance function. If you're an experienced Maintenance Manager looking for a new challenge, apply today For more information on this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact Karl Yellop at karl.yell for a confidential discussion. Skills: MAINTENANCE MANAGER MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING PRODUCTION BUDGET LEADER